Panasonic FH10 vs Ricoh WG-80

The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FH10 versus Ricoh WG-80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the WG-80 (16MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was launched 10 years prior to the WG-80 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the FH10 grades against the WG-80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Ricoh WG-80. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH10 has got external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-80 has specifications of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FH10 vs the WG-80.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and WG-80 is 97 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The picture below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH10 and WG-80.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FH10 will be behind in sensor technology.